insert_link Home Improvement What’s the Difference Between Polyurethane, Varnish, Shellac and Lacquer? The ravages of time and use can be limited by a durable top or finish coat on your furniture. While the terms varnish, polyurethane, lacquer and shellac are commonly used to reference a final finish in general, these products are not the same, nor is it recommended that they be used interchangeably. Shellac This finish is actually a natural product (it's made from combining a secretion from the female lac […] todayMarch 31, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement 6 Tips For An Eco Friendly Interior Design Makeover With a rise in eco-friendly initiatives across all industries, design experts are now bringing sustainability into the home. New technological advances and innovations make it easier for designers and architects to contribute toward a healthier planet — whether it's using techniques like carbon sequestration, embracing vegan materials, or creating an eco-friendly landscape with native plants. Learn to live a healthier lifestyle, lower your carbon footprint, and help fight global warming […] todayMarch 30, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement Hot Housing Market frees up cash for Home Improvements The Associated Press reports that the red-hot U.S. housing market is paying off for many homeowners, even those who aren’t looking to sell their home. On average, homes with a mortgage gained $26,300 in equity in the last three months of 2020 versus a year earlier, according to real estate information company CoreLogic. That average gain is the highest since 2013, the firm said. CoreLogic said homes with a mortgage […] todayMarch 29, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement Home Improvement Projects Worth Tackling in 2021 If you’re looking to make some improvements to your home in 2021, there are plenty of projects worth taking on. Whether you’re looking to completely renovate a kitchen, add a home office or just change up some of your fixtures, there’s a project for you. We took a look at some of the trends emerging over the last year and made this list of 21 home improvement projects—from big to […] todayMarch 25, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement 9 DIY Ways to Redo Your Wall—Without Paint The walls of our homes have the power to speak volumes about our lives. Filled walls produce a lived-in look packed with personality, while blank walls suggest that you don't plan to stick around for long. All that empty space is just a missed opportunity. Perplexed by a blank wall? Here are 10 uniquely creative ways to jazz it up without having to reach for a brush and bucket of […] todayMarch 24, 2021
insert_link Food & Drink Singer (and Food Network Star) Trisha Yearwood collaborates with Williams Sonoma on Dinnerware that Honors her Mother Trisha Yearwood's late mother, Gwendolyn, will always have a seat at her dinner table. The country singer created a new tabletop "Gwendolyn" collection with Williams Sonoma inspired by her late mother, who died of cancer in 2011. The stunning, all-white line of plates, platters, bowls, and more is available now online and in stores on April 5. Yearwood's mom was a school teacher, but also an avid baker who often […] todayMarch 23, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement Bob Vila’s 10 Tips for Surviving a Renovation Mess Plan Carefully It might seem like a good idea to stay in your home during a major renovation, but you should do so only after careful planning, otherwise your dream project can quickly turn into a nightmare. Renovations take time and space, so you’ll need a well-planned schedule to stay on track as well as smart strategies to help you live relatively comfortably in less square footage. You'll also need […] todayMarch 23, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement 12 Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Upgrade Your Home’s Exterior Try these low-cost, high-impact improvements to make your home look more tidy, beautiful, and welcoming. While some exterior home improvements can be pricey, lengthy projects, there are plenty of wow-worthy upgrades you can DIY without breaking the bank. Whether you hope to catch the eye of potential buyers, impress passersby with your style, or simply want to spruce things up for your own satisfaction, the easy, inexpensive ideas here should […] todayMarch 22, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement March Home Maintenance To Do: Caulk Your Windows and Doors The month of March—when temps are beginning to rise but before those April showers—is the ideal time to get down and dirty with those maintenance projects, says J.B. Sassano, president of Mr. Handyman, a commercial and residential repair, maintenance, and improvement franchise. March "home maintenance projects can extend the longevity and improve the quality of your home, inside and out," he says. One of the simple home maintenance to-do's you can do is to […] todayMarch 17, 2021
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